Anthony Joshua Dismantles Jake Paul with Dominant Knockout: Full Results and Analysis from Miami’s “Judgment Day”
MIAMI, FL — The most controversial experiment in modern boxing history met a thunderous conclusion tonight at the Kaseya Centre. In a battle billed as “Judgment Day,” former two-time unified world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua silenced the sceptics and the “Problem Child” alike, delivering a brutal fifth-round knockout victory over YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul.
The event, streamed live globally to millions on Netflix, was a stark reminder of the “levels” that exist within professional combat sports. While Paul entered the ring with the bravado of a man who believed he could topple a giant, Joshua reminded the world why he was once the king of the heavyweights, using a combination of elite pedigree, massive size, and clinical power to end the Paul hype train.
The Main Event: A Masterclass in Heavyweight Boxing
Rounds 1-2: Sizing Up the “Problem”
The atmosphere in Miami was electric as the ring walks began. Jake Paul, never one to shy away from spectacle, entered the arena in a custom-built chariot, while Anthony Joshua walked out to a chorus of “AJ” chants, looking more focused than he had in years.
When the opening bell rang, the physical disparity was immediately evident. Joshua (243.4 lbs) loomed over Paul (216 lbs), establishing a stiff jab that kept Paul on the perimeter. For the first two rounds, Paul attempted to use his “bicycle,” circling the ring and looking for a lunging overhand right—the same punch that had floored older MMA legends in the past. Joshua, however, remained composed, parrying the shots and digging heavy hooks into Paul’s ribs to slow his movement.
Rounds 3-4: The Tide Turns
By the third round, the “nimbleness” of the younger Paul began to fade. Joshua increased the pressure, landing a straight right hand that snapped Paul’s head back and drew a collective gasp from the celebrity-filled crowd.
Despite the punishment, Paul showed incredible heart. In the fourth, he managed to land a clean left hook that momentarily paused Joshua’s advance. It was the “viral moment” the Paul camp had hoped for, but it served only to wake the beast. Joshua responded with a three-punch combination that left Paul staggered against the ropes as the bell saved the YouTuber from further damage.
Round 5: The Final Judgment
The end came at 1:42 of the fifth round. Joshua, sensing Paul’s legs were gone, feinted a jab and followed with a devastating uppercut that lifted Paul off his feet. As Paul tried to scramble up, a follow-up right cross sent him back to the canvas. The referee didn’t even need to finish the count; the fight was over. Anthony Joshua was back in the win column, and the “Judgment Day” experiment was complete.
The Full Card Results: A Night of Spectacular Finishes
The “Judgment Day” card delivered more than just the main event, featuring a mix of legendary returns and high-stakes championship defenses.
| Bout | Winner | Method | Round/Score |
| Heavyweight | Anthony Joshua | KO | Round 5 |
| Super-Featherweight | Alycia Baumgardner (c) | UD | 117-110, 117-110, 118-109 |
| Cruiserweight | Anderson Silva | TKO | Round 2 (1:33) |
| Featherweight | Jahmal Harvey | UD | 60-53, 60-53, 60-53 |
| Bantamweight | Cherneka Johnson (c) | UD | 99-91, 98-92, 97-93 |
Co-Main: Baumgardner Retains the Gold
Alycia Baumgardner defended her unified super-featherweight titles with a tactical but dominant performance against Leila Beaudoin. While Beaudoin showed immense heart—particularly in a spirited 11th round—Baumgardner’s speed and counter-punching were simply on another level. The “Bomb” finished the fight with a flurry in the 12th round to secure a lopsided unanimous decision.
